Judge's Comments:The first thing that struck me about this painting was its freshness. The still life is sunny and filled with light. The brushwork is loose yet thoughtful. The detail in the coffee cup and items in the foreground is in contrast to the loss of detail in other parts of this still life. The color is rich and the there is variety in the shapes. This is just a charming depiction of a morning ritual. - Camille Przewodek